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Who we are

Building a Sustainable Future in East Africa

Bouwsteen Energy is an East African based energy service company with headquarters in Nairobi. With a team having over 12 years of experience in the region, we design, build, finance, and operate solar-driven energy systems for businesses, institutions, and social infrastructure.

 

We deliver full-service solar PV and energy storage solutions, supported by flexible financing models (PPA, lease, loan) to ensure affordability and accessibility. Our solutions include system engineering, procurement, construction, operation & maintenance, and AI-driven energy optimization.

 

Our vision: To accelerate Africa’s clean energy transition with global innovation by delivering affordable, smart, scalable, and locally anchored solar solutions.

 

Our mission: To help clients achieve energy independence, reduce costs, and lower carbon emissions while maintaining reliable power even in grid-challenged environments. We combine deep local presence with international standards, enabling projects across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, South Sudan, and Mozambique.

 

Driven by innovation and impact, we’re evolving into a next-generation Energy as a Service provider, going beyond installations to long-term energy partnerships.

 

Join us as we build the energy backbone of East Africa.

Our Story

Bouwsteen Energy exists to create customer value by addressing key energy needs in East Africa

Bouwsteen Energy was created with one clear purpose: to accelerate East Africa’s transition to clean, reliable, and affordable energy.

Our journey began in Kenya more than a decade ago, when our engineers and project managers first started delivering solar installations across the region. Over the years, this team built a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and impact, completing projects for schools, hospitals, factories, farms, and commercial properties.

In 2025, we came together under a new name and brand: Bouwsteen Energy. Backed by our Dutch roots and driven by our East African base, we are evolving from an EPC company into a next-generation energy service provider. Our goal is to go beyond installations and offer businesses a holistic “Energy as a Service” approach, covering design, financing, management, and long-term sustainability.

We believe that access to clean energy is a cornerstone (“bouwsteen”) for growth and prosperity. That belief continues to guide us as we partner with clients and communities to build a resilient energy future for East Africa.

Company Values

Bouwsteen Energy embraces the ESG and B-Corp values which will be in the core of our company and brand strategy

Environmental benefits

  • 100% Renewable energy source

  • Reduce carbon footprint

  • Mitigate climate change

Social benefits

  • Highly visibility commitment

  • Boost employee morale

  • Support the local economy

Governance benefits

  • Reduce compliance costs

  • Energy independence

  • Responsible energy sourcing

Investability benefits

  • Reporting on your ESG results

  • ESG and sustainability data

  • Increase equity value of company

Meet The Team

An experienced, skilled, locally based, and dedicated team of professionals at your service

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Ernst Vriesendorp

CEO/ CFO & Co-Founder

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Dennis Onono

Commercial Lead Kenya

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Rose Hassan

Sales & Account Manager

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Ivan Kwikiriza

Country Manager Uganda

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Dildar Hussain

CTO

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Amos Odhiambo

Head of Engineering

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Henry Okwaras

Procurement & Logistics Manager

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Bart Boogaard

CIO & Co-Founder

Our Partners

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Contact

87 Rhapta Road, Westlands

Nairobi, Kenya

Ggaba Road, opp KIU, Kansanga

Kampala, Uganda

+254 11 5657341

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